Dalton Rushing Discusses Hitting Art on Dodgers Podcast

Rushing, 27, highlighted that hitting is an art that involves anticipating a pitcher’s moves before the pitcher knows his intentions. He noted his 2026 batting average of .667 and a 2.367 OPS in just 10 plate appearances as evidence of his focus on plate discipline and pitch recognition. Rushing contrasted the data‑rich environment of the majors with the simpler, instinct‑based approach of high school and the minors, stressing the importance of matching up a plan to avoid out‑of‑zone swings while staying aggressive inside the zone. He also touched on the unique pressure of catching for the Dodgers’ elite rotation, noting that the standard is “on a different level.”